Back before your first baby was even born, you may have begun interviewing pediatricians. Most parents-to-be understand that having a trusted doctor in place is an important part of planning for baby. And it’s true. It’s also true that a trusted dentist is vital to your child’s health care from his or her earliest days.… Read More »
Sometimes people underestimate pediatric dentists. They think all they need to do is have a few toys in a corner, paint the walls some bright primary colors, and have Dora the Explorer playing on a TV and, voila, I’m a pediatric dentist. The reality is far different. Just as most people don’t think pediatricians are… Read More »
It’s easy to treat your child’s baby teeth like Rodney Dangerfield, without any respect. After all, they’re just going to fall out one day, regardless of what you do with them, right? That is true, but primary teeth (baby teeth) actually have a very important role to play in the oral health of your child.… Read More »
Most adults have a strong fear of the dentist, so it stands to reason that many children would as well. However, many children are naturally fearless and this fear of the dentist is a matter of nurture versus nature. If we help our children understand what is going on, they will not be afraid of… Read More »
It is definitely possible for you to have too much of a good thing, especially when it comes to toothpaste and fluoride. Not only can it make brushing teeth uncomfortable for your child, it can also be unhealthy or even counterproductive if you use too much toothpaste. So how much should you use? Less Is… Read More »
For some of us, the idea of teaching our kids to floss is laughable. How are we supposed to teach something that we also don’t do? Every time most of us go to the dentist, we are asked if we are flossing and we sheepishly look down and mumble an ashamed “no.” If this is… Read More »
If you have a newborn, especially if you’re a first-time parent, you are worried and frazzled and very sleep deprived. You are trying to provide your child with the best life possible, and you want them to be happy and healthy. Since your child’s teeth won’t start coming in until later, however, you might be… Read More »
